ULTRA STRONG. Blade is made of ultra strong 12c27 Sandvik Stainless Steel. Avoids corrosion and ensures an ever-lasting piece. Blade length is 4.25-in (11cm) UNIQUE. Made of unique materials; each piece has its own personality, you won’t find two equal pieces. Each material is carefully selected to reach quality standards set up by Laguiole en Aubrac. Handles are made of Teak Wood. HAND-CRAFTED. Made by master craftsmen with authentic materials; every piece is made by one artisan from beginning to end. SHEPHERD'S CROSS. Our Laguiole knives feature a cross on the handle. This cross is called the shepherd's cross. The shepherds spent long summer months alone with their herds outside in the pastures. The Laguiole knife was a constant companion and indispensable tool. To enable praying on these lonely pastures, they used the cross on the handle by putting the knife in the loaf of bread.) MADE IN FRANCE. Made near the village of Laguiole, in the region of Aubrac, France. It comes with certificate of authenticity Be assured that what you are getting is an original Laguiole en Aubrac set of steak knives made by master craftsmen with authentic materials. Genuine Laguiole en Aubrac steak knives are hand-made in France by master craftsmen with authentic French components and are guaranteed for life. These genuine Laguiole steak knives are the best addition for your kitchen. The blades are made of ultra strong 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel with a thickness of 3mm. 12C27 is a martensitic stainless chromium steel. The composition of carbon and chromium gives a unique combination of properties including: very high hardness, very high wear resistance and corrosion resistant. Packaged in a handsome French Brown Gift Box. Individually hardened by hand; shaping and fitting are done by hand to the craftsman’s eye.